Shane Crawford

Shane Crawford – AFL Champion, Media Personality & Inspirational Speaker

Shane Crawford is one of the most dynamic and beloved figures in Australian sport. A Brownlow Medallist, premiership player, and former captain of the Hawthorn Football Club, Shane enjoyed a remarkable 16-year AFL career, playing 305 games and establishing himself as one of the game’s most durable and entertaining stars. Known for his speed, skill, endurance, and leadership, he was a four-time Best & Fairest winner, All-Australian, and led the Hawks to a memorable premiership win in his final game in 2008.

Off the field, Shane has carved out a hugely successful media career. A long-time member of The Footy Show and The Sunday Footy Show teams on Channel Nine, he has also appeared on Postcards and numerous other programs. His charisma, quick wit, and infectious energy have made him a favourite with audiences of all ages.

Shane’s public profile has also been defined by his tireless charity work. As an ambassador for the Breast Cancer Network Australia, he famously walked from Adelaide to Melbourne in 2010, raising over $500,000. He followed this with Tour de Crawf in 2013 – a gruelling 3,700km ride from Melbourne to Perth, raising over $1.5 million for the cause.

Raised in Finley, New South Wales, and a product of Assumption College, Shane is a passionate advocate for grassroots sport. His commitment to junior development has seen him serve as the official AFL Auskick Ambassador, helping inspire the next generation of players.

Beyond football, Shane is an accomplished writer, newspaper columnist, and author of the best-selling autobiography That’s What I’m Talkin’ About. He’s also a well-known face in commercial campaigns, including Focus on Furniture and Crown’s WestEnd precinct.

Today, Shane Crawford is a highly sought-after speaker and MC, known for his ability to engage, inspire, and entertain audiences across the country. His journey from country kid to AFL legend and media star is filled with humour, heart, and powerful insights on resilience, leadership, and giving back.